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- Title
Hydrogels in Ophthalmology: Novel Strategies for Overcoming Therapeutic Challenges.
- Authors
Wu, Kevin Y.; Akbar, Dania; Giunta, Michel; Kalevar, Ananda; Tran, Simon D.
- Abstract
The human eye's intricate anatomical and physiological design necessitates tailored approaches for managing ocular diseases. Recent advancements in ophthalmology underscore the potential of hydrogels as a versatile therapeutic tool, owing to their biocompatibility, adaptability, and customizability. This review offers an exploration of hydrogel applications in ophthalmology over the past five years. Emphasis is placed on their role in optimized drug delivery for the posterior segment and advancements in intraocular lens technology. Hydrogels demonstrate the capacity for targeted, controlled, and sustained drug release in the posterior segment of the eye, potentially minimizing invasive interventions and enhancing patient outcomes. Furthermore, in intraocular lens domains, hydrogels showcase potential in post-operative drug delivery, disease sensing, and improved biocompatibility. However, while their promise is immense, most hydrogel-based studies remain preclinical, necessitating rigorous clinical evaluations. Patient-specific factors, potential complications, and the current nascent stage of research should inform their clinical application. In essence, the incorporation of hydrogels into ocular therapeutics represents a seminal convergence of material science and medicine, heralding advancements in patient-centric care within ophthalmology.
- Subjects
POSTERIOR segment (Eye); OPHTHALMOLOGICAL therapeutics; INTRAOCULAR lenses; OPHTHALMOLOGY; HYDROGELS; MATERIALS science; RESONANCE frequency analysis
- Publication
Materials (1996-1944), 2024, Vol 17, Issue 1, p86
- ISSN
1996-1944
- Publication type
Article
- DOI
10.3390/ma17010086